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What generally would be better for my back (i have lowback pain issues) if i sleep on my back with my arms over my head or just down beside me? seems like it would have some effect on the position of muscles and posture?

Q: what generally would be better for my back (i have lowback pain issues) if i sleep on my back with my arms over my head or just down beside me? seems like it would have some effect on the position of muscles and posture?

: Try sleeping with a heating pad or get a back brace. If no help see an orthopedist or chiropractor.

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Try sleeping with a heating pad or get a back brace. If no help see an orthopedist or chiropractor.

Answered 1/6/2022

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A member asked:

What generally would be better for my back (i have lowback pain issues) if i sleep on my back with my arms over my head or just down beside me? seems like it would have some effect on the position of muscles and posture?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Trager answered

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